Robowars Sydney 2013

Robowars, the combat of remote control robots is coming to Sydney in 2013! With robots weighing up to 13 kg it is a must see event. Our favourite is the Antweight class, with a weight limit of 150 grams per a robot, this is the perfect class to create a robot that is 3D printed. The ABS is strong yet light weight and it is easy to repair.

BotBitz GreenAnt – Antweight class

If your dream has been to build a robot, why not build a combat robot? Now is your chance! They robots are radio controlled by human operators in 3 minutes bouts, with a fight to disable the opponent in a specially constructed battle space. Â This is a unique sport that incorporates design, engineering, hand eye coordination and a bit of luck.

I built my first robot when I was 15 years old, so whether you’re an engineer, designer or just like to tinker and build things like me, combat robotics is for you! -Â Angus Deveson

One of the fantastic aspects of this is the design challenge. Â Especially in the Antweight class you have to be very cleaver with your design to make sure that it qualifies. The motors are a fixed weight, so it is all about the design of the chassis and the armor body of the robot and how it all fits together.